Choices you make about the equipment you buy can help you use less energy. For example, choosing Energy Star rated equipment can provide energy savings of up to 65%.
Buy Energy Efficient Equipment
Look for Energy Star equipment when shopping.
Choose a Laptop Instead of Desktop
Laptops can save up to 90% in electricity use compared to desktop models.
Upgrade CRT Monitors to LCDs
Save energy by buying a flat screen monitor for your desktop. An LCD monitor uses about 40% less power than a CRT.
Replace Old Refrigerators
A newer refrigerator uses about half the energy on average as one from 1990.